[wanabidii] Xenophobic attacks 'elephant in the room' as southern Africa presidents meet in Zimbabwe (M&G Africa)

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29 Apr 2015

Xenophobic attacks 'elephant in the room' as southern Africa presidents meet in Zimbabwe   The leaders of three of the countries that lost their citizens - and South Africa's Jacob Zuma - will meet in Harare.

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Roar or die—how Africa's booming population could make it richer and stronger, or kill it   The options are stark for sub-Saharan Africa, a new IMF study shows: Nurture growth, or perish.

Kaunda turns 91: Africa's exclusive club where only five leaders tread, and secrets to their longevity   No former or serving Francophone president is represented, however.

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